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Savory Baked Brie with Cranberry and Pecans Easy Holiday Appetizer Recipe

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A quick and easy holiday appetizer featuring creamy baked brie wrapped in flaky puff pastry, topped with tart cranberries and toasted pecans for a perfect sweet and savory treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 whole wheel (8 ounces) brie cheese with rind intact
  • 1 sheet thawed puff pastry (8x8 inches)
  • 1/2 cup (75 grams) fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1/2 cup (60 grams) chopped pecans, toasted
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pinch of pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Toast the chopped pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Set aside to cool.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cranberries, toasted pecans, brown sugar, fresh thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to coat evenly.
  4. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet to about 10×10 inches.
  5. Place the brie wheel in the center of the puff pastry. Spoon the cranberry and pecan mixture evenly over the top, pressing gently.
  6. Fold the edges of the puff pastry up and over the brie, pleating as needed to cover completely. Trim excess pastry and flip seam-side down onto the baking sheet.
  7. Brush the entire pastry surface with beaten egg wash.
  8. Optionally, lightly score the top of the pastry with a sharp knife in a decorative pattern without cutting through.
  9. Bake for 20–25 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
  10. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle with honey if desired. Serve warm with crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh fruit.

Notes

If puff pastry browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil halfway through baking. Avoid overfilling the brie to keep pastry intact. Thaw puff pastry overnight for best results. Toast pecans carefully to avoid burning. Can substitute gluten-free puff pastry for gluten-free diet. Dairy-free brie alternatives can be used but flavor differs.

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Keywords: baked brie, cranberry, pecans, holiday appetizer, easy appetizer, puff pastry, savory, sweet and savory, Christmas appetizer

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